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Shopping

For those of you that love indulging in a bit of retail therapy, you’ll find shops of every size and genre across the UK that are perfect for exercising your credit card. There are a whole host of shopping malls, small independent shops, friendly high streets and markets in all corners of Britain so whether you’re after locally made crafts or designer goods, you’ll find it at one of the shopping areas in the UK.
History & Heritage

If you like to learn more about the history and heritage of a place when you visit, you’re in the right country, the UK has a rich tapestry of history dating back to Roman times. From the early settlers, the evidence of prehistoric men in the caves and gorges and modern history, such as the legacy of popular figures such as the Beatles, you can’t escape history and heritage in the UK. Everywhere you look in the UK you’ll find a nod to the region’s past, whether that’s the maritime history of the
Adventure Activities

The UK has a very diverse landscape, meaning there is plenty of scope for an adventure or two. Every region has its own specialist activities that you can take part in, the areas with wide countryside for instance, offer different adventure activities to those with mountains or wide bodies of water. Wherever you are, you’ll find a huge range of adventure activities to keep the adrenalin pumping and the vast majority of them have accessible facilities, meaning everyone can take part and enjoy a t
Museums & Exhibitions

Britain has so much history and culture it can be a little overwhelming, which is why it is always ideal to take a look at the museums that can be found in the region you’re visiting. You’ll find everything from history to geology, science and more. Many exhibitions move from museum to museum, so that you can view it whatever region you happen to be in, while others will hold pop ups at various locations, giving a much more informal museum experience.
Wildlife & Nature

The UK has an abundance of wildlife because of its diverse landscape and the beautiful greenery that can be found all over. Even the most urban of areas have their own naturally occurring wildlife and are home to parks and green spaces where nature can and does thrive.
Sightseeing, Guides and Tours

Everyone loves going at their own pace and taking their time to look around a new place, especially when it is full of interesting architecture and you’re able to do a bit of sight-seeing, but there is something special about booking a tour guide or an arranged sight-seeing trip.
Parks & Gardens

The UK is a very green country and everywhere you look, even in the depths of the biggest cities you’ll find green spaces. There are parks and gardens all across Britain to visit and enjoy because at its heart, the UK is full of great gardeners and people who love being outside!
Sport and Leisure Activities

There are a whole host of sports and leisure activities all over the UK for you to enjoy wherever it is you end up. Discover the Great British outdoors with the wide range of water sports, cycling, adventure sports, walking trails, climbing, fishing, riding and more!
Arts, Crafts & Galleries

Every region of the UK has its own local arts scene, some are more arty than others, for instance areas of Devon are incredibly proud of their arts and crafts scene, with towns such as Totnes famed for their independent shops selling locally made crafts and gifts. Everywhere you look you’ll find evidence of the UK’s love of the arts, from Bristol’s graffiti, to London’s galleries, to the architecture of Dundee, which is the UK’s first UNESCO City of Design. It is perhaps not surprising when you
Themed Attractions & Parks

There are lots of theme and adventure parks in the UK, these range from the small and quirky to the large internationally known ones to ones that are in between! Many of the UK’s theme parks are award-winning and even offer discounted rates for return visitors meaning that you can enjoy the rides and the excitement time and time again.
Theatre, Entertainment & Nightlife

Whether you’re on the hunt for an entertaining theatre show, a concert, a cabaret act or just a good night out, you’ll find plenty of opportunity to do all these things in every region of the UK. It doesn’t matter if you’re in a big city or a rural countryside location, you’ll find a whole host of entertainment. In Britain, there is a strong emphasis on working hard and playing hard, so you’ll find lots of night time entertainment all over the UK.
Health & Leisure Centre

Health and Leisure breaks are always the best kind, what could be better than relaxing your mind and body while getting away from it all? You’ll find award-winning health and leisure centres all over the UK, with some being run independently, some being run by the local authority and some being associated with hotels and other accommodation.

You’ll never be short of something to do on a short break or day trip in Great Britain. There are so many accessible things to do in the UK, you’ll be spoilt for choice, whatever it is you’re looking to do. Britain’s beautiful countryside, culture-filled cities and stunning coastlines are enjoyed by everyone, including those with additional access needs. Click here to see a range of wheelchair friendly attractions or here for attractions that are perfect for those with sensory conditions, such as Autism, Asperger’s or conditions such as dementia.

We aim to provide all the information you could need for the best places to visit and everyone featured on our site offers help for those with access needs.

Lots of things to see and do

Whether you’re after a day of retail therapy, an adrenaline-filled adventure experience, something peaceful, something family orientated or something else entirely, you’ll find what you’re looking for in the UK. You'll find plenty of accessible attractions and things to do.

There are some wonderful accessible shopping opportunities, not just in the city centres, but in the small, quirky retailers in the towns and villages dotted across the country. Being an island, you’re never short of beaches and water fronts to spend the day and with the abundance of history and greenery, you’ll find plenty of heritage buildings, from religious buildings to country estates, castles and Roman ruins, as well as national parks, moorland and more.

Got children? No worries, we’ve got you covered, the school holidays are a breeze when staying in the UK, there are hundreds of family-friendly activities to keep children occupied, with many of the top attractions being equipped for a wide number of accessibility problems, including hearing loops, brail, sign language trained staff and queuing systems that take wheelchairs and limited mobility into consideration. It isn’t just the big attractions that are kid-friendly, you can always take learning out of the classroom with some fossil hunting or rock pooling on one of the nation’s many beaches, or head to a castle or stately home, Britain is rife with interesting historical buildings that can teach you a little more about the country’s heritage. There’s plenty to do for the younger members of the family (and those that are young at heart) from adventure sports to play centres and activities.

Fun all year round

Whatever season you’re visiting, you’ll find an ever-changing landscape that presents more and more interesting places to see and enjoy. During the summer you can head to the beach, many of them in the UK have beach wheelchairs, a festival or take a leisurely stroll through some of the national parks or areas of outstanding natural beauty, most of which are wheelchair friendly. Springtime is a great opportunity for heading to the countryside to see the fields teaming with new life and autumn is perfect for those that love capturing the changing of the leaves. Winter brings a whole host of new activities, from Christmas Markets to bonfire night, carnivals and more

If you’re looking for a romantic break, Britain, with its history and picturesque views, is the perfect location. Stroll hand in hand, go visit a spa or do a spot of star gazing. There are thousands of options, some of which are free and most have options for those with reduced mobility or sensory conditions. You’ll find just as much romance among the bright lights of Britain’s cities as you will on its moorland.

You’ll be fine to spend time at Britain’s attractions on a budget too, there are often concession prices, off peak prices and even several free options, particularly in the cities. Many of the UK’s supermarkets offer voucher schemes offering money off of admission to the top attractions and establishments themselves usually have a loyalty scheme available offering reduced prices for those who want to spend more than one day there.

Use this section to search through the UK’s fun and exciting accessible places to visit. Theatres and museums offer a relaxed experience while indoor sports arenas, ski slopes and theme parks also have options for those of you who are a little more adventurous!

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